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WMU trustees appoint Russ Kavalhuna, J.D., as University’s 10th president

News

… join campus on July 1, 2025 . Currently president of Henry Ford College (HFC) and a WMU alumnus with a multifaceted … a career defined by advocacy, accountability and transformative leadership. His appointment comes following a … the right leader at the right time,” says Trustee James Liggins Jr. , who co-chaired PSAC. “We have a president-elect …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/trustees-appoint-russ-kavalhuna-10th-president

WMU and West Michigan Hispanic Chamber empower local entrepreneurs through bilingual accounting bootcamp

Professional Development

… strengthen the regional economy.   Funded by the WK Kellogg Foundation, this initiative addresses a gap that WMHCC first identified during COVID-19 relief efforts, when many Hispanic-owned businesses struggled to access aid due to limited financial literacy and lack of formal bookkeeping documentation.   “It became clear that we …

https://wmich.edu/professional/news/2025/05/bilingual-accounting-bootcamp

Three WMU food marketing students awarded scholarships

Haworth College of Business

… and Layla Wallace  were recognized by the organization for their excellence in academics and passion for the food … as a brand management intern and currently works at WK Kellogg Co as a wholesale account analyst. She will be joining Meijer this summer …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/04/gmr-scholarships2025-knoll-raches-wallace

College of Arts and Sciences students win big in 2025

College of Arts and Sciences

… stage.  Men's hockey wins NCAA National Championship   For the first time in Western’s Michigan University’s … the his toric win: not only was it the first national title for WMU Hockey, but the first NCAA championship since men’s … , vice president and director of athletics. “We are so fortunate to have such a national reach in athletics, which …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-national-wins-0

Attend and ascend: Education alum's pilot program increases 10th grade attendance by 14%

College of Education and Human Development

… week, Alysia Baznik will facilitate the exchange of points for rewards, which range from snacks, drinks, toys and … the number of sophomores attending class full-time by 14% for those attending class 90% of the time or higher. "When I … "There's a good group of kids that are working for the biggest purchase which would be me taking them for food, games …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/05/alumna-education-special-attendence-intervention-success

Student-led summit to explore climate change justice

Sustainability

… Student Sustainability Summit will provide an opportunity for students across Western Michigan University to share … justice. The hybrid in-person and virtual summit, planned for Friday, March 4 , from noon to 3 p.m ., is supported by … Association, the Graduate Student Association, the Office for Sustainability, the Climate Change Working Group, the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67261

Outstanding seniors to be honored as 2022 Presidential Scholars

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… be recognized as Western Michigan University's top seniors for 2022 during the annual Presidential Scholars Convocation … , who is legal compliance and government affairs counsel for LivWell Enlightened Health Michigan. Dr. Edward … “We’re proud to recognize the Presidential Scholars for the commitment and demonstrated excellence that they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67695

WMU’s 2025 Gründler Book Prize winner examines how early medieval money systems have influenced the modern economy

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… medieval English history at University of Cambridge, won for his book “Making Money in the Early Middle Ages,” which … 2023, Naismith’s book focuses on how societies functioned before our modern banking systems. It explores the … Studies held on Western’s campus  May 8-10 . It is named for the late, longtime director of WMU's Medieval Institute. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/05/2025-grundler-book-prize-winner

Juggling knives, flying and a busy academic schedule, aviation grad has big things on horizon

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… Juggling knives, flying and a busy academic schedule, aviation … games. We're all a bunch of (Lawson) Lunatics." PREPARED FOR THE FUTURE Western's aviation flight science program has … the flight team. Albrecht is helping develop the curriculum for the College of Aviation's new 737 simulator. "Western …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67823

Leadership, internship and relationships elevate sport management grad's experience

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… my mentor told me, 'Western would be an excellent fit for you. You will gain valuable knowledge and have countless … You just have to step outside your shell and be comfortable with the uncomfortable.' And he was right!" … study abroad program. "Professors become your biggest advocates, so you need to talk to them as much as you …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/graduate-success-sport-management-ethan-cheatham